Accounting Specialist

Robert Half • Buffalo, NY • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team in a contract-to-permanent role. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys hands-on work across core financial processes while building long-term stability with a growing organization. The role offers exposure to daily accounting operations, reporting support, and close-cycle activities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Handle daily accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.

Prepare journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts to maintain a reliable general ledger.

Support month-end and year-end close procedures by organizing records and resolving outstanding items.

Process invoices, payments, customer receipts, and related account activity across payables and receivables.

Create financial reports and supporting documentation for management review and operational decision-making.

Assist with budgeting tasks, forecast updates, and audit preparation by compiling required financial information.

Review accounting data to identify variances, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective action.

Contribute to process enhancements, special assignments, and system-related accounting initiatives as needed. Requirements - At least 2 years of accounting experience in areas such as reconciliations, reporting, payables, or receivables.

Practical knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and general accounting functions.

Ability to prepare and review account reconciliations with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence working within accounting or ERP systems.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills in a detail-oriented business setting.

Adaptability to changing priorities and the ability to perform effectively in new environments.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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